When a tooth is threatened by extreme decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an injury, a skilled dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is ordinarily the only way to save the tooth. During a root…
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Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Murray teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, we…
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
1. Which of the things listed below are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)? a. Pregnancy b. Overbite c. Diabetes d. Genetic make-up 2. Which of the items below are possible signs of gum disease? a. Teeth that appear longer b. A change in the way dentures fit c. Loose teeth d. Swollen gums 3.…
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Salt Lake City!
These days Salt Lake City residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here…
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
When it comes to oral cancer mortality rates, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that begin in the mouth (or oral cavity) are termed oral…
Five Fast Ways to Improve Your Smile
Do you have a special event coming up? Perhaps a wedding, graduation, milestone birthday, anniversary, or reunion? These celebrations usually involve a lot of photographs and, of course, you want to look pleasing. You may not have time to lose 20 pounds, but you can dramatically transform your smile with cosmetic dentistry. Here are five…
Missing Teeth? Don’t Miss Out On A Beautiful Smile
If you have missing spaces in your smile due to tooth decay, injury or any other reason, there is hope. If your existing teeth are stained, decayed, or chipped, there is hope. If your teeth have always been misshapen, or crooked, there is hope. Cosmetic dentistry can fix all of those problems. Dr. Blackwood at…
Let That Winning Smile Shine
Everyone in Murray wants a winning smile. But as we age, it can get harder and harder to keep your smile brilliant. Grappling with yellowed, discolored, stained, or even multi-colored teeth? Teeth whitening might be the answer. These irregularities are usually simple to repair. A Brighter, Whiter Smile The high-quality staff at Salt Lake Dental…
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
We hope today’s post will alert blog visitors to some harmful oral health threats. At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, too often, we treat decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their kids out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to safeguard themselves…
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing is a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS is constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is crucial, You’ll never hear…
